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Oxford man injured in roadway accident Tuesday evening west of Winfield

Thursday, February 26

A 74-year-old Oxford man was injured in a crash Tuesday night west of Winfield. According to authorities, at approximately 9:30 p.m., a white 1996 Chevrolet Suburban driven by Phil Johnson, of Oxford, was traveling west on U.S. 160 in the 6000 block when he lost control. The vehicle left the... Read More.

Traffic stop, search by Ark City Police leads to drug-related arrests Thursday

Tuesday, February 24

Two men were arrested early Thursday following a traffic stop in Arkansas City. According to a written release from the Arkansas City Police Department, an officer conducted a stop at approximately 3 a.m. in the 300 block of East Windsor Road for an equipment violation. While speaking with the occupants, the... Read More.

Cowley College strengthens commitment to cybersecurity, AI and tech

Monday, February 23

The Cowley College Board of Trustees met last week in Arkansas City, approving new artificial intelligence courses and highlighting the college’s role in a new statewide workforce partnership. Trustees unanimously approved four new courses: Introduction to AI, AI Security Operations, AI Native Networking and AI-Driven Log Analysis Troubleshooting. The additions... Read More.

Ark City boys and girls drop games at Andover Central; Valley Center next

Monday, February 23

The AC boys will look to bounce back Tuesday at Valley Center after a 71-60 loss at Andover Central that drops them to 6-14 on the season. The Bulldogs chipped away at a 40-28 halftime deficit and cut it to 48-45 early in the fourth quarter before the Jaguars were... Read More.

Winfield Rec, William Newton Hospital raise money for Isle of Lights

Friday, February 20

The seventh annual Mile of Lights Fun Run/Walk, hosted in December by the Winfield Recreation Commission and William Newton Hospital, marked its highest-grossing year, raising $3,160.50 for the Winfield Isle of Lights. While frigid temperatures led to fewer participants than usual, 985 people registered for the event. Organizers said it... Read More.

AC hoops drops pair to Andover in final home game; Andover Central Friday

Thursday, February 19

The Arkansas City boys struggled offensively in their final home game of the season, falling 48-32 to Andover. The Bulldogs trailed 23-15 at halftime and 37-21 after three quarters as the Trojans pulled away. Griffin Hand led Andover with 20 points, knocking down six three-pointers. The Trojans improve to 11-8 overall... Read More.

KDHE offers reminders on air quality precautions following Tuesday fires

Thursday, February 19

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Wednesday continued monitoring air quality across the state after wildland fires ignited Tuesday in western Kansas amid high winds and dry conditions. Officials said updates will be provided as Air Quality Index results become available. Wildfires can release large amounts of particulate matter... Read More.

Winfield basketball hosts Mulvane tonight after losses to Augusta Tuesday

Thursday, February 19

Both Winfield basketball teams struggled to score on Tuesday night in Augusta as the Orioles completed a season sweep of the Vikings. In the girls game, both teams were ice cold from the field as Augusta led at halftime 10-8. But freshman Kate Bourm came on in the second half... Read More.

Belle Plaine Community Foundation accepting nominees for citizen award

Wednesday, February 18

The Belle Plaine Community Foundation is accepting nominations for its 2026 Quality Citizen Award. The annual award recognizes an individual or organization dedicated to serving and enhancing the quality of life in Belle Plaine. Nominations must be submitted by Tuesday, March 10. Nomination forms are available at belleplainecommunityfoundation.org. The Belle Plaine Community... Read More.

Smoke and ash from distant fire drifts into south-central Kansas on Tuesday

Wednesday, February 18

Smoke and ash from a rapidly growing wildfire in the Oklahoma Panhandle drifted into south-central Kansas on Tuesday, with haze and falling ash reported in Wichita, Wellington and Winfield — and lighter impacts in Arkansas City. According to a report from KWCH 12 in Wichita, the fire in Beaver County,... Read More.

Ark City basketball hosts Andover tonight after losses to Salina Central

Tuesday, February 17

The AC boys battled hard in a 65-48 home loss to Salina Central. The Bulldogs trailed just 31-25 at halftime and pulled within three before being outscored 34-23 in the second half. AC is now 6-12. Drayden Camp led the Bulldogs with 16 points. The Bulldogs will host Andover on Tuesday. The... Read More.

Winfield boys and girls basketball lose both; Play at Augusta next

Monday, February 16

The Winfield Viking girls basketball team managed to hit just three shots from the field Friday night at Circle and fell 37-24. The Vikings trailed 13-3 after the first quarter. After an even 9-9 second quarter, Winfield went into halftime down 22-12. An 11-3 advantage for the Thunderbirds in the... Read More.

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Oxford man injured in roadway accident Tuesday evening west of Winfield

Traffic stop, search by Ark City Police leads to drug-related arrests Thursday

Cowley College strengthens commitment to cybersecurity, AI and tech

Ark City boys and girls drop games at Andover Central; Valley Center next

Winfield Rec, William Newton Hospital raise money for Isle of Lights

AC hoops drops pair to Andover in final home game; Andover Central Friday

KDHE offers reminders on air quality precautions following Tuesday fires

Winfield basketball hosts Mulvane tonight after losses to Augusta Tuesday

Belle Plaine Community Foundation accepting nominees for citizen award

Smoke and ash from distant fire drifts into south-central Kansas on Tuesday

Ark City basketball hosts Andover tonight after losses to Salina Central

Winfield boys and girls basketball lose both; Play at Augusta next

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